Unemployment Rate - Bachelor's Degree and Higher, 25 Yrs. & over

Not Seasonally Adjusted

LNU04027662 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

3.10

Year-over-Year Change

14.81%

Date Range

1/1/1992 - 7/1/2025

Summary

Represents raw unemployment data without seasonal adjustments. Provides unfiltered view of labor market fluctuations.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

Not Seasonally Adjusted data shows unemployment figures without accounting for predictable seasonal variations.

Methodology

Raw data collected through monthly household employment surveys.

Historical Context

Used for detailed analysis of month-to-month labor market changes.

Key Facts

  • Captures unadjusted unemployment figures
  • Reveals unsmoothed labor market variations
  • Useful for detailed economic analysis

FAQs

Q: What does 'not seasonally adjusted' mean?

A: Shows raw unemployment data without removing predictable seasonal fluctuations.

Q: Why use non-seasonally adjusted data?

A: Provides precise month-to-month insights without statistical smoothing.

Q: How do seasonal adjustments work?

A: Statistical techniques remove predictable seasonal patterns from economic data.

Q: When is raw data most useful?

A: Valuable for detailed analysis and understanding immediate labor market changes.

Q: Are there limitations to this data?

A: Raw data can be more volatile and harder to interpret without context.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Not Seasonally Adjusted (LNU04027662), retrieved from FRED.